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Hilversum to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Hilversum and Cologne takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Hilversum to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 53m
Duration
236 km
Distance
€52
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain train Ice
2h 58m
€26–89

Hilversum to Cologne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Hilversum and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hilversum is at 6:32 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:20 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 51m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 51m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 3m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 3m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 3m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 3m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 50m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 51m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 1m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 53m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 53m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 14m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)3h 32m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 53m • 1 change

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    Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)2h 54m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hilversum to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 235.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Hilversum, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Utrecht Centraal to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily.

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